Came out to the family
So, I was petrified with fear that my family would hate me once they found out I was gay. Luckily, most of them seem pretty chill with it.
Stoll, I can't help but feel that one of my aunts and one of my cousins really don't like the idea on a base level. Their religious faith is very strong, and they both believe that God condemns homosexuality. I wish that they would change their minds, because it's hard to believe that they truly love me if they cannot accept this one simple aspect of my life. I feel like I might have made things awkward between us forever, and I really don't want to do that.
Luckily, I have relatives who were downright joyful about me coming out. My godmother gave me lots of hugs and told me that she was honored that I told her about it. It was nice to have that support.
Still, I feel bad over my aunt and cousin. I hope that, if it ever becomes legal, I can include them in my wedding. I want to have lovely weddings like my cousins, where everyone is happy for me and wishes my wife and me success and happiness in our lives together. I don't want to tear my family in half over my preferences. I don't want people to have to take sides over what's right and what's not. Hopefully it's just a matter of getting used to, but I hate hearing 'homosexuality' coupled with 'sin'.
I want love and happiness, just like everyone else. I hope people can understand that.